Black cumin is an annual herbaceous plant with fine foliage and delicate pale bluish purple or white flowers. It is indigenous to the Mediterranean but grows prolifically in many areas of the world.
Niharti Black Seed (Kaloonji Oil) - is derived from specially black seeds (Nigella Sativa). It is 100% natural oil, free from any added colours and flavours. Black Seed oil is well known for its natural benefits and has been used for thousands of years across the globe. It is also thought to be blessed seed and is refereed in Ayurveda and ancient text.
Cardamom seeds are called 'Elaichi Dana' in Indian food and have a wonderful aroma and flavor. Cardamom seeds are often used to flavour curry dishes, meat seasoning, daals, rice dishes, drinks, and desserts.
Tukmaria and sabza are another name for basil seeds. Tukmaria has a very mild flavour (rather like poppy seeds) and is generally used in light desserts thanks to its gelatinous properties when it's soaked and swells in water.
Tukmaria and sabza are another name for basil seeds. Tukmaria has a very mild flavour (rather like poppy seeds) and is generally used in light desserts thanks to its gelatinous properties when it's soaked and swells in water
Used in Indian cooking, and also works as a remedy for many different ailments such as the common cold, baldness, skin disorders, kidney and bladder stones
Brown mustard seeds come from the Brassica juncea plant. Brown mustard originated in the Himalayans and has virtually replaced black mustard in American and British kitchens. Brown mustard seeds are less spicy than black and spicier than white mustard seeds.
Normally sauteed in hot oil before adding vegetables to your dish. Used in pickles and chutneys and an important ingredient of the Vindaloo. Sprouts easily like cress. Excellent in salads.
Available in 2Kg bags.
Also called Kala Jeera this is a more rare form of cumin. Black Cumin is more subtle than brown cumin, the seeds are sweeter, smaller and have a more delicate taste. The first flavour is small, then it grows to a smokey black flavour like lapsang suchong. The after taste is slightly bitter with nuances of citrus and aniseed.
Black Cumin is used in many Indian curries and tandooris. To bring out the nutty flavour, the seeds are best toasted slightly before use.
Bunium persicum or black cumin is a plant in the family Apiaceae. It is used as a common culinary spice in Northern India, Tajikistan and Iran but outside these areas use is rare. There is a common confusion between Bunium persicum and Nigella Sativa which is also commonly called Kala Jeera and used predominantly in Bengali cookery. You can buy Nigella Sativa or Kalwonji here.
Black Cumin was discovered in Tutankhamen's tomb, implying that it played an important role in ancient Egyptian practices. Black Cumin's role in Egyptian culture is not fully understood, but it is known that items entombed that items placed in a kings tomb were selected as important for use in the afterlife. The earliest known reference to black cumin is in the Book of Isiah in the Old Testament where Isiah compares the differences between reaping wheat and black cumin.
When ingested, black cumin seeds and extracts can be used for a number of conditions. They have been used for centuries to treat digestive problems including stomach pain and flatulence. Black cumin seeds also have a long history in the natural treatment of asthma and other respiratory conditions. Compounds from the seeds appear to have antimicrobial properties, and are sometimes used to treat urinary tract infections. Oil from black cumin seeds can be used topically to treat dry skin, eczema and other skin issues. In addition, black cumin seeds are sometimes used in beauty regimens to strengthen hair and nails, as well as making them more glossy.
A beneficial tea can be made by infusing the seeds with boiling hot water.